Travis and Georgie are an unbeatable team together. It just took a while for Travis to get there! Fake boy friend trope is not my favorite, but I really enjoyed this. I loved how Travis slowly became aware of how fabulous Georgie was and became her champion. Stephen was a bit of a jerk, but he did mange to see reason in the end. And I loved the set up for the future books. But I think my favorite bit was that Travis haD every intention of making it real. Tessa Bailey did not take the easy route for the conflict; where he would just walk away. Plus, her dirty talking bad boys are THE BEST!!!

I really wanted to like this more. It’s very trope-y, which I normally adore in my romance novels, but it all feels just a little overdone. I think it probably would have been better if the author had picked one or two less tropes to play around with. I was also pretty troubled by how Georgie’s makeover was handled—how, in 2019, are we still relying on makeovers to make a heroine appealing to her partner in romance novels? That said, I adored Georgie’s character; she is the best part of the book no question. The writing is also excellent. I would still recommend it as a cute, trope heavy romance.

I really, really enjoyed this one! It was funny, sweet, and an absolute blast to read. If you like that forbidden romance / childhood crush / brother's best friend trope in romance, then this is a great pick.

Georgie is the youngest sister in a prominent family and has always been treated like a kid because of it. It doesn't help that she works as a professional clown, running birthday parties for kids. Travis Ford is the town's claim to fame and had a growing career in major league baseball until an injury sent him back home. Georgie has been in love with him - her brother's best friend - since she was a kid. She's thrilled that he's back. When they discover that they can help each other out by fake dating, chaos ensues and feelings start to emerge.

Gah! Such a good book. Georgie is hilarious and witty and I absolutely loved her. She added so much humor to the book. As for Travis... Travis was smokin' and the book could get pretty steamy at times (so be forewarned). The relationship, chemistry, and tension were all very realistic and fun. I was definitely tearing through the pages so I could see their relationship evolve.

More than just a romance though, this book tackled deeper subjects too such as family dynamics and struggling to fit in and feel good enough. I liked that through the laughs and sexiness, there was also some heart to be found in this book.

Perhaps one of my favorite parts of the book was the female friendship and empowerment showcased through a girl's club started by Georgie, her sister, and a friend called the Just Us League. The women each had big goals and aspirations, and they encouraged each other to work for those things.

I also loved the setting of Port Jefferson, NY which is based on a real small town near New York City. I loved the vibe and feeling of the place so much that I started researching it a bit after I finished reading (cost of living way too high for us though - ha!). Small towns are just the best. I'd love to live in one someday!

I'm super thrilled that this is the first in a series and cannot wait for the next one!

A fun to read romance with characters that make you want more! Georgie is the clown of the family, literally. She runs an event planning business and is looking to expand, but no one takes her seriously. With some new cloths and confidence, Georgie can reach her dreams. Travis is down on his luck from a baseball injury. With Georgie in his life can he find a way to be happy?

4,5 stars

First and foremost, I have NEVER been so in tune with a third person story. My attention did not waver one bit, and that is a testament of this authors writing abilities. Being a new author to me, I was not sure what to expect from her and her capabilities. She completely astounded me, it was very easy to follow along with each character. They each had their own personalities, that didn't feel forced. They all had amazing development, which was amazing to go through with them. There was explosive chemistry, with even more explosive sexy times, that quite honestly had me fanning myself. Fix Her Up had everything a romance novel should have, and the best part is the trope UNREQUITED / BROTHERS BEST FRIEND love story.

Georgie is hilarious with a huge dose of wittiness that you can't help but love. She is little but fierce and has the heart the size of Jupiter. She enjoys second hand shops, and the simplicity of being comfortable. She has a not so average job, that she would not change for nothing. She loves kids with her every being, and gets along with them more than adults.

Travis Ford had everything in the palm of his hands until a career ending injury occurred in the middle of his Major League Baseball season. Now he is back in his hometown of Port Jefferson flipping houses with his best friend Stephen. He is trying to escape being known as ' Two Bats' and the Players player, and find a balance now that his dream is over.

When Georgie proposes a deal that will help them both, they both think, what can the harm be? But what happens when Georgie realizes her long time crush is more than just a crush?

I requested this book based on the description and hearing so many good things about Tessa Bailey and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I loved the writing style and that we got both Georgie and Travis's perspectives. Georgie has been in love with her brother's best friend since she was little. Travis, who is 5 years older than Georgie, always saw her as a little sister until she started dressing differently. I saw a lot of people complain about how that is what it takes for her to be noticed. I saw it more as Georgie finally started dressing her age rather than in baggy hand-me-downs and this caused Travis to see her as a woman rather than the little girl she used to be.

I am a huge fan of fake relationship stories and this one did not disappoint. There was some angst, but not too much, which I really appreciated. I think this is going to be a great series and I cannot wait to read the next book.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the free ARC!

Thank you Nutgalley lol!

So I loved this book. Yes loved. It was just that the doctor or clown ordered. I'd been in a but of a slow reading slump and devoted this.

Georgie is a really relatable female MC. Shes sweet and overlooked. The virginity at early 20s did make me go yeah right but I moved on.

Travis was black and white. He was either noticing how sweet Georgie was or talking dirty ha!

I would recommend this book to friends easily and my local book club.

I do wonder if the name Georgie and her being a clown was a nod to IT pennywise 🤔

I love the illustrated cover trend, but I have to start this review by saying that the cover of Fix Her Up doesn’t quite match the story. I thought I was jumping into an uber cute rom-com, and though this did have some cute and fun moments, it was a bit emotional and a crazy hot brothers best friend story.

Georgie Castle is the youngest sibling and is never taken seriously. It doesn’t help her cause that she’s not in the family business, but instead is a professional clown (yes, you read that right). She loves kids and it’s her passion but it makes her family take her less seriously than they already do.

Travis Ford is Gerogie’s long time crush and her brother’s best friend. He is a former MBA player who is home after an injury got him out of the game. He’s a bit depressed about it and needs someone just like Georgie to get him out of the funk he’s in. Georgie does exactly that. And while doing that, she finds herself a little along the way.



I loved watching Georgie come into her own and start to believe in herself. That was my favorite part of the book. It wasn’t about her appearance changing some or her new clothing etc, it was about her finally feeling comfortable in her own skin. I also loved the ‘Just Us League’ and I’m dying for Rosie and Bethany’s books! I’m sure they’ll be just as great as this one was!

This started out with a girl with a long time crush. It turned into a friendship. Then the fake dating came to play. And then… then… the crazy hot sexy times. Then the falling in love. Travis started to see himself through Georgies eyes and develop more self worth as well. It was a beautiful thing.

I loved both Georgie and Travis. Georgie especially was so fun and sweet. Her personality made her so darn lovable. Travis is an alpha male, but in a good way. He started out a little rough for me, but I grew to really love his character. And every time he called Georgie baby girl I melted a little.

If you’re a fan of brother’s best friend books, the fake dating troupe, or your just looking for a hella hot and feel good romance, pick up Fix Her Up. This is probably my favorite Tessa Bailey book I’ve read to date!!

I really liked this book! I felt as though the youngest sibling issues were a little too repetitive in the first 30% (found myself saying, "we get it! move the plot along") but overall, this was a super fun read and a great story.

Ahhhh loved Georgie and Travis. Super fun and amazing read. From page 1, I could not stop reading this
Thanks Netgalley

ARC received from Netgalley. All opinions are my own.

I’m new to Tessa Bailey, and I’m already positive this won’t be the last I read from her. So cute! (And hello, steamy scenes ...)

Georgie is a fun, relatable character - especially for those like me that are the youngest in a family. I appreciated the struggle of family dynamics, where she fit in and how she finally found her voice. Besides her relationship with Travis, I most enjoyed her developing friendship with her older sister Bethany. By the end, they both had a better understanding of each other and finally acted like a family with sticking up/protecting one another.

Are there enough words to describe my feelings toward Travis?! He’s the right amount of dreamboat plus some scars from a dysfunctional past. It was satisfying to see him own his confidence by the end.

AND THAT END??? Swoon. My heart can’t take it.

Perfect for fans of little sister/best friend of brother romances.

Just the dedication told me this book was going to be great!

"To the youngest siblings everywhere"

I just finished this book and I absolutely loved this book!

This read gave me the feels. I mean there is some sexy screens in this book.

My only 1 complaint about this book is how Travis talks during sex. I felt like the other person was just a piece of meat. But once you read this you will know why....

But I still didn't like those parts. That is why I am rating this a 4 star read instead of a 5 star like I originally wanted.

My favorite character was Georgie she is the best of the best! She cares what people think of her but she doesn't let it show.

Now Travis...I was not a fan of his at all till he opened his mouth and stood up for Georgie. That part melted my heart just like it melted hers and her mother.

Ugh I loved this book!

A fast-paced, contemporary romance that will appeal to fans of the popular fake dating trope. Georgie is a fun, likeable lead, and I liked that Georgie had supportive relationships with other women in the story. Travis, on the other hand, was not my favorite and it was difficult to understand why Georgie had such strong feelings for someone that appeared to have ignored her for the most part (and did not "see" her until she had a feminine makeover...). The sex scenes were steamy but the dialogue was a tad cringe-y and over the top. The story was well-paced until the last third; the ending was rushed and the conclusion felt out of character for the two leads - but it was cute nonetheless. This was not necessarily a relationship I rooted for, but it was an enjoyable, easy read and I will probably read the next book in the series.

Love, love, love this!!! It was so hard to stop reading it and I loved Georgie's personality. She was funny, witty and sweet. The way she deals with Travis is adorable. She doesn't let his snarkiness get her down but also dishes it right back out at him. He also defends Georgie and I love when a man won't let anyone 'put baby in a corner'! The writing was steamy and sweet but also the characters really developed and they were so relatable. I want Bailey to write a separate book for all of them.

Trigger Warnings: Lots of steaminess. Also dug out scene (oh just wait, you will understand when you get there), some childhood neglect and cussing.

This story was so fun!

Travis Ford just lost his baseball career due to an injury and he is back in his home town, where he fully plans to wallow until the world forgets about him.

Georgie Castle is his best friend's sister. She has been in love with Travis forever and can't bear to see him falling apart. So she decides to help him, by giving him a wake-up call in the form of some lo-mien to the head.

I was really nervous when I started this book. Travis was so grouchy and mean and I didn't appreciate how he was talking to Georgie in the beginning, but I should have known better. By chapter 4 I had completely changed my tune. These two have smoking chemistry!

I was reading this at work on my break, and I had to stop. It was so delicious.

This story involves a fake dating troupe as well as the makeover troupe. I love both of those, so this was definitely the story for me.

I'm also not really into sports, but the baseball parts were pretty minimal and I wouldn't say you have to know too much to make it through. I know absolutely nothing and I had a great time.

This book also deals with how people perceive you and how you can work to change that. Not that we have to change who we are, but how we can help people and loved ones see us in a different life. There is a great scene between Georgie and her family that really brings this out. She has a loving family but being the youngest sibling by many years has left her out of a lot of conversations. I just really enjoyed how this novel handled it.

The only downside for me, and this was very small, is that the conflict at the end of the novel is the same as so so so many other fake dating novels, and I just wish it had found it in a different way.

This book is everything! I mean we had a best friends brother situation, fake dating, a professional athlete and his fall from stardom, a virgin and a man-whore, interesting family dynamics and side characters, the Just Us League and more. Tessa Bailey is quickly becoming a favorite author for me and this book was even better than I was hoping it would be! I can’t wait for Rosie and Dominic’s story! #FixHerUp

FIX HER UP by Tessa Bailey is the delightful and super hot rom com I've been looking for. Georgie is a classic little sister looking to break free of her family's watchful eye, and Travis is a sexy former baseball player with way too much pent up ... well, everything. So often romance novels can either be funny OR sexy, but Bailey manages to do both ALL. THE. WAY. I laughed out loud at Georgia and Travis's banter, the antics of the Just Us League (the feminist coffee klatch you wish you could join!) and Georgie's adorable family dynamics. And boy did I swoon when Georgia and Travis took it to the next level (again and again and again!). The heat on this book is turned up to 11, and thank god for that! It'll be perfect for your summer beach bag or a nice porch read, that way no one will notice that you're blushing and sweating because the book is so damn hot!

Thankyou for getting this book through Netgalley. This was my book by Tessa Bailey. I have heard lots of good things about her writing. This booked dragged for me at times. I did love her steamy scenes and the characters. Oh my she had me almost crying the end of the book very romantic.

Georgie has always wanted her brothers best friend. Travis was a baseball who got hurt she was the only one who truly was there for him.

REVIEW
This is my first book by Tessa Bailey, and I really enjoyed it. Rom coms with quirky girls and athletes are having a moment, and this one checks that box. Add in the faux dating trope, and we have Fix Her Up. It's like a Hallmark movie meets Harlequin meets HGTV. Georgie proposes a mutually beneficial arrangement to her childhood crush Travis, and we all know how that goes. This is a fun romp, and I'm already looking forward to the next book in the series.

PRAISE
“Scorching hot, and laugh-out-loud funny! You’ll want to read this book again and again.” -Katee Robert, New York Times bestselling author on Protecting What's His

“Sexy and deeply emotional... Bailey excels in telling the stories of foils, and Katie and Jack’s romance is an honest, beautiful example: Though opposites, these two make perfect partners.” -Washington Post

Many thanks to the author, NetGalley, and HarperCollins for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an unbiased review.

Really cute book! I would totally read more in this series. Travis was a lovable playboy, Georgie was the tomboy next door turned....wait for it...clown. (Like big shoes, red nose, magic tricks.) But I really fell in love with them both and I was sorry to see this one end! Really sweet!